Mets' Harvey to undergo Tommy John surgery

Flushing, NY (SportsNetwork.com) - New York Mets' ace Matt Harvey has elected
to undergo surgery to repair a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament
in his right elbow.

Harvey, 24, was one of the best young pitchers in baseball prior to going on
the disabled list on Aug. 26 with forearm soreness following a start against
the Detroit Tigers.

The Mets' rookie started the All-Star game in his first full season in the
majors. He started 26 games, posting a 9-5 record with a 2.27 ERA and 191
strikeouts. Harvey also finished second in the majors with a 0.93 WHIP.

Harvey opted to try rest and rehab prior to surgery, but eventually settled on
the latter, which will be performed by Dr. James Andrews later this month. The
young right-hander is expected to miss the duration of the 2014 season, but
should be able to return to the team for the start of 2015.